December weather forecast
Prairietown, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prairietown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Prairietown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Prairietown, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairietown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Prairietown, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Prairietown, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Prairietown, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Prairietown, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Prairietown, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairietown are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Prairietown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Prairietown, records 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prairietown?

In Prairietown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Prairietown in December?

In Prairietown, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prairietown in December?

In Prairietown, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairietown?

December has the shortest days of the year in Prairietown, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prairietown?

In Prairietown, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prairietown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prairietown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prairietown?

In Prairietown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prairietown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairietown are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Prairietown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Prairietown is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairietown, WV

Average temperature in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prairietown, WV

Average pressure in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Prairietown, WV

Average wind speed in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prairietown, WV

Average humidity in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prairietown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prairietown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prairietown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prairietown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairietown, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prairietown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prairietown, WV

Average UV index in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Prairietown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Prairietown, WV

Average visibility in December - Prairietown, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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